Apple Cinnamon Scones with Maple Glaze
Bakery-style flaky, tender buttermilk scones studded with caramelized Honeycrisp apples and cinnamon swirls, finished with sweet pure maple glaze.
In a nutshell:These authentic british apple cinnamon scones with maple glaze come together in just 42 minutes with simple ingredients. The chef's secret: grating a frozen stick of butter on a box grater disperses pea-sized butter flakes through the dough. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
Surging +300% on Pinterest Trends for fall scone varieties, these Apple Cinnamon Scones with Maple Glaze bring cozy bakery indulgence home! Flaky, tender, butter-layered scones packed with caramelized Honeycrisp apple chunks, warm cinnamon, and a rich pure maple glaze drizzle.
Key Equipment
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- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Box grater
- Pastry cutter or fork
- Pastry brush
- Whisk
Chef's Pro-Tips
- Grate frozen butter: Grating a frozen stick of butter on a box grater disperses pea-sized butter flakes throughout the flour, guaranteeing bakery-level tall, flaky layers.
- Pre-cook apples briefly: Sauté diced apples with 1 tsp butter and a pinch of cinnamon for 4 minutes to remove excess moisture so scones don't turn soggy.
- Keep dough cold: Chill the shaped disc of dough in the freezer for 15 minutes before baking to keep butter cold; cold butter creates steam pockets in the oven that puff the pastry.
Ingredients
8
servings
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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
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½ cup granulated sugar, plus 1 tbsp for sprinkling
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1 tbsp baking powder, for tall bakery rise
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1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon, divided
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½ tsp ground nutmeg and salt, warm spices
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½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, frozen, grated on box grater
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1 ½ cups firm Honeycrisp apples, peeled, finely diced, and sautéed 4 mins
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⅔ cup cold buttermilk or heavy cream, plus extra for brushing tops
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1 large egg, cold
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1 tsp pure vanilla extract, rich flavor
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1 cup powdered sugar, for maple glaze
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3 tbsp pure maple syrup, Grade A amber
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2 tbsp heavy cream or milk, to thin glaze
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep Apples & Oven
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Sauté diced apples in a skillet over medium heat with 1 tsp butter and 1/2 tsp cinnamon for 4 minutes until slightly softened. Remove from heat and cool completely.
Combine Dry Ingredients & Grate Butter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Grate frozen stick of butter on the large holes of a box grater directly into the flour. Toss lightly with fingers to coat butter shards.
Fold in Wet Ingredients & Apples
In a measuring cup, whisk cold buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour into dry ingredients along with cooled apple chunks. Gently fold with a spatula just until dough comes together (do not overmix).
Shape & Slice Scones
Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and pat into an 8-inch round disc (about 1-inch thick). Using a sharp knife or bench scraper, slice into 8 equal triangular wedges. Place wedges 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheet. Brush tops lightly with buttermilk. Freeze 15 minutes.
Bake & Drizzle Maple Glaze
Bake for 20-22 minutes until tops are golden-brown and edges are crisp. Transfer to a wire cooling rack. Whisk powdered sugar, pure maple syrup, and heavy cream until a thick, pourable glaze forms. Generously drizzle warm glaze across scones and let set 5 minutes before serving!
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Pink Lady apples hold their shape beautifully during baking without turning into mush.
Yes! Cut unbaked scones into wedges and freeze on a baking sheet. Once solid, transfer to a freezer bag. Bake straight from frozen, adding 3-4 minutes to the bake time.
Yes! Heavy whipping cream yields exceptionally rich, tender scones.